Forestry & British Timber articles from November 2004

Forestry & British Timber archives from November 2004

IS THE REFEREE'S EYE REALLY ON THE BALL?
November 3, 2004... 'Positive' was the adjective chosen by Robert Scott to describe the Forestry and Timber Association's much-vaunted 'level playing field' manifesto for fulfilling multi-purpose forestry when he launched it at September's APF exhibition (pp...

The means to 'level the playing field'.(Forestry & Timber Associations)
November 3, 2004... A positive document derived from positive thinking and ideas'. This is how Robert Scott described the Forestry & Timber Associations' 'A Level Playing Field for Forestry' Manifesto - the product of wide, rural consultation - which he launched...

Minister returns to 'truly remarkable' Forest.(Gummer, John)
November 3, 2004... 'The figures are truly remarkable, much better than anything I might have imagined. That we have reached this point is a huge and exciting reality'. The Rt. Hon John Gummer MP, making his first official return visit to The National Forest...

Tender Scheme site at Donington Pastures.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... Work has already started at the Tender Scheme site at Donington Pastures. This 13.82ha scheme involves the reclamation of poor ex- mining ground into to a multipurpose, nature conservation rich woodland. The poor quality of the ground - the...

`Nowhere compares to the Caledonian pinewoods of home'.
November 3, 2004... For many, Aviemore is synonymous with winter sporting activities but - as delegates were reminded at a Forestry Commission Scotland (FCS) conference at Strathspey in October - the resort is also set in the heart of the magnificent pine forests...

E Midlands flies flag for more space.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... `Space4trees' (S4T) is the catchy banner unfurled by a partnership of key East Midlands regional environmental organisations for its draft strategy for trees and woodlands. The region notable for its historic woodlands - including the old royal...

Top of the tree again.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... The three teams entered by British Isles and eastern USA forestry and environmental services company fountains plc at the National Arboricultural Association utility climbing competition at Chester were placed first, third and fourth places...

Galloway goes for and gets - gold.(Forestry Commission Scotland recieves Leonard Cheshire Scotland business award)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... For its record in promoting `inclusion and equality for disabled employees and customers', Forestry Commission Scotland (FCS) has become the third winner of the annual Leonard Cheshire Scotland (LCS) business award. Presented in...

Suddenly this year - will beech follow oak?
November 3, 2004... Will SBD be a new acronym to be feared by growers along with SOD? Will sudden beech death be another tree disease comparable with sudden oak death - Phytophthora ramorum (PR)? The latter first came to light when it began killing coastal...

New face at PLM.(PLM Power Products Ltd)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... `With a wealth of knowledge spanning 23 years in both the sales and technical sides of the outdoor power equipment Industry, Roy Duncan has been appointed area manager of PLM Power Products Ltd. The Essington, Lichfield, Staffs-based company is...

FC scores golf victory.(Forestry Commission)(Foresters Golf Society)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... The Forestry Commission's Kevin Penfold took the honours at the second and final 2004 meeting of the Foresters Golf Society (FGS) at Whiteleaf Golf Club, Bucks in September. He will now hold the Beacon Bowl for 12 months. `Competition was...

Help at hand.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... Two events, organised by Forestry Commission Wales and the Welsh European Funding Office, will highlight the opportunities on offer to those in the timber sector and offer valuable advice and training on how to access funds to build a stronger...

Backing business in Budleigh.
November 3, 2004... An old-established West Country family estate, long known for its extensive and professionally managed forestry enterprise and today with a staff of 75, is one of the latest additions to the `Investor in People' (IiP) national quality standard....

On the trail of the Badenoch wolf.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... `The choice of name for these trails, Laggan WolfTrax, is an inspired one. It points to the wild self-reliance and speed of the wolf - characteristics of many mountain-bikers - and the historical local villain, the Wolf of Badenoch'. With these...

Mardi means business in England.(Forestry Industries Development Council )
November 3, 2004... `We have already seen how this approach yields results in Scotland and Wales so this is a major step forward for England's forestry sector'. Forestry Industries Development Council (FIDC) director Peter Wilson was commenting on Mardi...

Letter: Can you help?(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... From Peter Light 'Sir, I am hoping to provide a long-lasting and unique gift to a grandson. Soon after the "Michael Fish hurricane", I saw a slice of a tree mounted on a wall and all the tree rings marked to show the historical...

Letter: Indispensible independent investment advice.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... From Chris Inglis and Richard Gwilliam 'Sir, FTA is a sponsor of the IPD UK Forestry Index because it believes that investment in any grown-up industry should be subject to independent scrutiny. We would like to correct some inaccuracies...

Letter: Spending to save Scotland's roads.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... Pier and railhead developments to help shift timber lorries off Scotland's fragile public road network onto sea and track is a major benefit expected to accrue from a special #13m fund to be set up by the Scottish Executive (SE). Welcoming the...

Letter: Licensed to learn.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... Tree and timber businesses in Wales have received a boost through the granting by the Welsh Assembly Government of a new five-year award to Lantra - the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for the environmental and land- based industries. To celebrate...

Letter: FC and UKWAS requirements.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... From David Ogg 'Sir, Sandy Greig's letter (October 2004) only illustrates the FC's lack of knowledge of the UKWAS requirements. He refers to an `acceptable management plan' and `having worked hard to ensure that the template for management...

Letter: Cairngorms cash to boost training.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... Around #68000 is still in the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) kitty to help to train land-based staff in Aberdeenshire businesses. Thanks also to European Social Fund (ESF) backing, the support is especially aimed at H&S issues and...

Letter: Timber harvest up 2%.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... A sign of a slight recovery in timber-harvesting activity is provided in the latest Forestry Commission statistics `Forestry facts and figures 2004'*. Published annually, they reveal that 7.6m cu m of British-grown roundwood were delivered to...

Letter: Chartered to the land.(Letter to the Editor)
November 3, 2004... Members of the Silsoe, Bedford-based Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) who are `suitably qualified and experienced' are now entitled to use the new professional qualification of Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv). This follows the...

WOODWISE: The view from the sharp end.
November 3, 2004... In which our monthly contracting contributor Nick Hilton of Woodwise Forestry* makes it in the end to Bentley to enjoy all the fun of Weald WoodFair 2004 Here we are, WoodWise - mid-September, more or less three-quarters of the way through...

APF 2004: Adding value to Ragley's riches!
November 3, 2004... If there's an even number in the year then it must be time for an APF and hadn't we all waited with breath baited for this one following the 'Scottish play' that was Lockerbie? Depending on your point of view, the words 'Scotland' and...

APF 2004: A view from the deck.
November 3, 2004... David Ogg, former APF chairman and now Global Group Certification supremo with INDFOR, casts a fond eye over three days at Ragley... Since 1976 the APF Demo has been an important and impressive insight into the UK forest industry and it...

APF 2004: KINGWELL'S Site Clearance KORNER.(Justin Kingwell)
November 3, 2004... Justin Kingwell* of Kingwell Holdings, who has changed the face of both site clearance and pint-pulling as we know it, checks out the end of the market at APF that appeals to his generally fastidious nature... At Ragley I saw the best...

APF 2004: A last word from Ian.(Ian Millward)
November 3, 2004... Two years in the planning and preparation and suddenly it is over in the blink of an eye, writes Exhibition Secretary Ian Millward. Personally I think it was the best site and the best Exhibition we have ever staged: 13000 visitors and 230...

TREESHELTERS: Tubex roundabout - or a 20-year shelter saga.
November 3, 2004... Anyone who has been involved with the UK forestry industry over the past 20 years would automatically connect the name `Tubex'* with round treeshelters. In fact, many would argue that this brand has become the generic term for them - in much...

Acorn puts on size.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... A larger-diameter 63mm spiral shelter is the latest entrant to the Acorn Planting Products Ltd* range. Complementing its existing 38mm, 44mm and 50mm sizes, it offers the young plant, the company says, over 50% more growth volume than the...

Down on the Farm.(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... Farm Forestry* offer a 'one-stop shop' and are not just spiral guards manufacturers and fine mesh guard designers and wholesalers. 'We supply the industry with most forestry products from canes, stakes and ties to planting spades, poison...

Growing and growing.(Tubex Limited)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... This is a noteworthy year for South Wales-based Tubex Ltd*, with APF 2004 at Ragley having marked the start of its 20th-season involvement in selling planting-care products. It coincided with news of major growth in its distribution policy and...

Spoilt for choices.(Spiral tree guards)(Brief Article)
November 3, 2004... Eyrevac* are 'still around' and manufacturing spiral tree guards in the usual range of 60cm x 4cm, 45cm x 4cm, 75cm x 4cm, 60cm x 5cm, 45cm x 5cm and 75cm x 5cm. Although the majority of their tree guards are in clear or brown they do...